Tim Ahleman

BROOKLYN – Paul “Tim” Ahleman, age 72 of Dewey Lake, passed away unexpectedly at his home, Wednesday, March 18, 2009. Tim was born June 6, 1936 in Adrian, the only child of Paul and Helen (Wonder) Ahleman. He graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1954. On August 7, 1955, Tim married Shirley Smith in Adrian. Shirley, his wife of over 53 years, survives. During high school, Tim worked at a local gas station. He eventually became the owner/operator of the Gulf Station, then later the Marathon gas station, and finally Ahleman’s Sunoco. After selling the Sunoco station in 1979, Tim worked as service manager for several different car dealerships including, Underwood Ford, Underwood Chevrolet, LeBlanc Oldsmobile Cadillac and Jensen Lincoln Mercury in Jackson, where he retired in 1998. A faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Tim served in many capacities including Elder, Board of Christian Education member and most recently as the Business Manager. Tim was also a member of the Jaycees where he was a past-president, state officer, and Senator for the national Jaycees. Tim was also active in the community as a volunteer for the American Red Cross, the March of Dimes, where he served as Campaign Chairman, and the Department on Aging. In addition to his wife, Tim is survived by his children, Tom (Debbie) Ahleman, Teresa Kelly, both of Adrian; and Mike (Melinda) Ahleman of Tecumseh; five grandchildren, Christopher Ahleman, Sarah Ahleman, Jessica (Nicholas) Warner, Laura Ahleman and Jordan Kelly. Also surviving are three great granddaughters, Kaylee, Riley, and Kamryn. Tim was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Timmy. The funeral service for Tim will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2009 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Adrian with Rev. Joel Sarrault officiating. Burial will be private. Friends may visit the family at Wagley Funeral Home on Friday from 1 to 8 p.m. You may also sign the register book or send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Tim may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.

Tim Ahleman

June 6, 1936 - March 18, 2009